Helmets for Drag racing

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Aug 24, 2009 | 08:08 AM
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What brand and where are you guys getting your helmets ?
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Aug 24, 2009 | 08:14 AM
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I got my g-force from

www.summitracing.com

www.gforce.com

best price/quality I could find.
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Aug 24, 2009 | 08:16 AM
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I use a Simpson Voyager, best peripheral vision of 5-6 different styles and brands I tried. May not look as cool as the bandit or others, but it's SO comfy.

In the end it's what will fit YOU though, Behrents.com has all of them as well.
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Aug 24, 2009 | 08:21 AM
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I have the Simpson Diamondback and I like it but the part in the middle that comes up over your nose pretty much blocks any chance at seeing the dash without looking down. My shift light is about 4" up off the top of my dash so it's in my line of sight and not blocked by the helmet.
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Aug 24, 2009 | 10:31 AM
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I Bought mine off of this webside http://www.helmetcity.com/
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Aug 24, 2009 | 10:41 AM
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Thank you guys, I'm trying to find a happy medium, I have seen prices from $150.00 to 3k
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Aug 24, 2009 | 10:43 AM
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Some people say, you cant put a price on your head... But I just got the most inexpensive Snell approved helmet I could find. Check with your track tech and ask what they are looking for... I know there alot of SFI/snell/DOT certs.. etc...
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Aug 24, 2009 | 10:49 AM
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I know exactly what you mean........safety should be first. I need something that will comply with the "General" rules of most tracks, without breaking the bank. Maybe something in the $400.00 range ?
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Aug 24, 2009 | 10:53 AM
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check ebay store helmet depot. they got many to choose from with the best prices i could find. i have always used pyrotect helmets, but have tried simposon, gforce and pyrotect.
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Aug 24, 2009 | 01:16 PM
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Quote: I have the Simpson Diamondback and I like it but the part in the middle that comes up over your nose pretty much blocks any chance at seeing the dash without looking down. My shift light is about 4" up off the top of my dash so it's in my line of sight and not blocked by the helmet.
tony the breath guard should just pull out? but i could be wrong.

also search scorpion helmets. im not too sure about what tracks look for but i know they have some snell rated helmets for 150$
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Aug 24, 2009 | 01:24 PM
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G force from summit..
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Aug 24, 2009 | 01:24 PM
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I've got the Simpson Super Bandit. It doesn't block my vision at all. Then again, it doesn't have the same nose piece that the Diamondback has.

Can't go wrong with any Simpson or Impact helmet though.
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Aug 24, 2009 | 02:21 PM
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i bought mineoff that site i listed for $115 + shipping.. It is legal everywhere i go.. i am not sure What ET/MPH limit is has though.
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Aug 24, 2009 | 02:27 PM
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I've been using my old motorcycle helmet...

I'll be getting this for my bday..
http://www.impactraceproducts.com/nitro.wws
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Aug 24, 2009 | 02:49 PM
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So many freaking choices,lol, the Simpson Diamondback looks like something from Star Wars, looks cool do, so does the Simpson Super Bandit
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Aug 24, 2009 | 03:29 PM
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Quote: I've been using my old motorcycle helmet...

I'll be getting this for my bday..
http://www.impactraceproducts.com/nitro.wws
lol, I love that helmet. One of my customers has one and its really nice. I want one of those ****ers. Just dont want to pay for it.
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Aug 24, 2009 | 03:42 PM
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I should just use my old darth vader helmet from my old costume! looks just like it!

I will be using a motorcycle helmet that has already saved my life once so im pretty sure it can do it again!
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Aug 24, 2009 | 04:30 PM
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i had an old bell open face, and needed a full face. chad colvers friend with the rsx had one at etown and i got it from him. fits well. and relatively inexpensive.

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Aug 24, 2009 | 06:43 PM
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I have a snell approved helmet, local track requires snell aproval, it was around $350. It fits great and I can see everything very easily.
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Aug 24, 2009 | 06:45 PM
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this is where i got mine. its for bikes but they are awsome helmets. & legal.
i got the gun slinger. its got air vents for when i ride my shifter cart & its legal for drag racing as well

http://www.kbchelmet.com/
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Aug 25, 2009 | 03:49 AM
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Found this information from the NHRA Rule Book

10:7 HELMETS
As outlined under Class Requirements, drivers in all classes must
wear a helmet meeting Snell or SFI Specifications. Snell K98 is
acceptable in place of any Snell M-rated helmet.

SFI Spec 31.1A = Snell SA, open-face helmet
SFI Spec 31.2A = Snell SA, full-face helmet
SFI Spec 41.1A = Snell M, open-face helmet
SFI Spec 41.2A = Snell M, full-face helmet

Drivers of all cars running 13.99 or quicker must use a helmet
meeting Snell K98, 2000, 2005 or SFI Spec 31.1A, 31.2A,
31.1/2005, 41.1A, 41.2A, or 41.1/2005.

Effective Jan. 1, 2008, full-face helmet mandatory for drivers of all
cars 9.99 or quicker. Goggles prohibited; visor mandatory. See
Class Requirements for additional requirements.

Drivers of cars running 7.49 or quicker must use a helmet meeting
Snell SA2000, SA2005 or SFI 31.1A, 31.2A, or 31.1/2005 Specs.
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Aug 25, 2009 | 06:41 AM
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Quote: tony the breath guard should just pull out? but i could be wrong.

also search scorpion helmets. im not too sure about what tracks look for but i know they have some snell rated helmets for 150$
I just picked up a scorpion, seems really nice.

$100 even shipped, snell/dot approved.
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Aug 25, 2009 | 10:21 AM
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rockin a scorpion helmet (back from my sport bike days) cheap helmet but fits/feels really good. Really good about not fogging too.

Also they are snell approved.
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